HER Community: May/June 2018

Wellness Expo 2018

Wellness Expo 2018

(Photo by Emil Lippe) Marie Ballew smiles as Derek Hees, 13, rides a blender bike during the Wellness Expo on Feb. 24 at the Jefferson City Area YMCA. Ballew, from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, came to promote healthy eating for kids.

Helias Celebrate the Legacy Gala

Helias Celebrate the Legacy Gala

(Photo by Collin Krabbe) Jefferson City Dioces Bishop Emeritus John Gaydos, left, poses with Helias Catholic High School President Stephen Jones, right, after being inducted into the school's Hall of Fame during the Celebrate the Legacy Gala on March 3 at Capitol Plaza Hotel in Jefferson City. Gaydos was one of six inductees awarded during the event, which was put on in order to comemmorate those who had a lasting impact on the school.

Downtown Dinner Dash

Downtown Dinner Dash 2018

(Photo by Collin Krabbe) Pat Morello, a local cardiologist, speaks with his friends during Downtown Dinner Dash at Grand Cafe on March 22 in Jefferson City. The event featured five restaurants, one food truck and saw dozens of participants.

Flamin’ Fellas Fundraiser Last Hoorah

Flamin' Fellas Fundraiser Final Hoorah 2018

(Photo by Mark Wilson) Wes Weider as Mae wonders through the crowd of guests to the 2018 Flamin' Fellas Fundraiser Final Hoorah March 30, hosted by the Bearly There Plunge Team that has raised thousands of dollars for Special Olympics Missouri. Iso: 6400Orientation: 1

Bands Battle for the Badges Finals

2018 Bands Battle for the Badges Finale

(Photo by Mark Wilson) The bass played by Nic Gorham of the John Gilbraith Trio is saturated by a green spotlight while drummer is illuminated by a white hot spot as the band performs during Bands Battle for the Badges on March 31 at The Bridge. The band won out over some tough competition including Dark Below, Travis Feutz and Chemical Mass.

Council for Drug Free Youth Annual Banquet

2018 Council for Drug Free Youth Annual Banquet

(Photo by Stephanie Sidoti)Marie Gillam reads one of the essays he wrote as part of his scholarship application after becoming one ot the 2018 Council for Drug Free Youth (CDFY) scholarship recipients during the CDFY annual recognition banquet April 5 at the Capitol Plaza Hotel.